This all-electric model uses the same platform as the award-winning Pacifica minivan, but it comes with a futuristic design that gives it a personality all its own. Right away, many people will notice the Portal’s enormous double-sliding doors that provide access to its unique cabin. The seats in the Portal are mounted on a track that allows them to slide forward and backward. What’s more, these seats can fold downward or be removed all together to increase cargo space, but the distinctive exterior and interior designs only tell part of this van’s story.

While this vehicle might seem like it’s years away from being produced, FCA boss Sergio Marchionne recently told The Detroit News he would like the Portal Concept or a similar vehicle to go into production by 2019. Furthermore, FCA Head of Passenger Cars, Tim Kuniskis, told the same publication the Portal Concept represents the fifth-generation of family vehicles. The first four being the station wagon, minivan, SUV, and crossover. The Portal sets itself apart from those vehicles because it’s totally electric, capable of autonomous driving, and is fully connected.

Even if this model does eventually go into production, that still years away, so the best way to see this model before then is to head to the 2017 Detroit Auto Show. The last day to attend this year’s event is Jan. 22.

Gallery: Chrysler Portal Concept Photos

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